ACCT 2100. Introduction to Financial Accounting. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: ENGL 1101 and MATH 1101. An introduction to the language of business. Focuses on financial statements and their use in decision making. Designed for nonbusiness and business majors. ACCT 2200. Introduction to Managerial Accounting. 3-0-3. Prerequisite: ACCT 2100 and MATH 1106. An introduction to how accounting information is used to manage a business. Includes managerial problem-solving techniques and current trends in managerial decision-making.
ACCT 3100. Intermediate Financial
Accounting & Auditing. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: Business Majors:
Sophomore GPA Requirement; Nonbusiness Majors: ACCT 2100 and ACCT
2200.
Focuses on problems and issues related to the collection, analysis,
and reporting of external and internal information. Includes theory
and applications in financial accounting and auditing within the
framework of accounting as an information system.
ACCT 3200. Intermediate Managerial
Accounting & Tax. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: Business Majors:
Sophomore GPA Requirement and ACCT 3100; Nonbusiness Majors: ACCT
3100.
Focuses on problems and issues related to the collection, analysis,
and reporting of external and internal information. Includes theory
and applications in managerial accounting and taxation within
the framework of accounting as an information system.
ACCT 3396. Cooperative Study.
1-3.
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore
GPA Requirement and approval of the Coordinator of cooperative
education/internships (KSU Career Services) and ACCT 3100; Nonbusiness
Majors: Not available to nonbusiness majors.
A supervised work experience program for a minimum of two semesters
at a site in business, industry or government. For sophomore,
junior or senior level students who wish to obtain successive
on-the-job experience in conjunction with their academic training.
ACCT 3398. Internship. 1-9.
Prerequisite: Business Majors:
Sophomore GPA Requirement and approval of the Coordinator of cooperative
education/ internships (KSU Career Services) and ACCT 3100 and
ACCT 3200; Nonbusiness Majors: Not available to nonbusiness majors.
A supervised credit-earning work experience of one academic semester
with a previously approved business firm, private agency or government
agency. A research paper is required to receive credit. For junior
or senior students who wish to participate in an on-the-job experience
in which they may apply their academic training. The work experience
may not be with a current employer. The course will be graded
on an S/U basis. Credit is allowed only in elective area.
ACCT 4100. Advanced Financial
Accounting. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: Business Majors:
Sophomore GPA Requirement and ACCT 3100; Nonbusiness Majors: ACCT
3100.
A continuation of intermediate financial accounting theory and
applications, with a focus on detailed technical topics and specialized
problems.
ACCT 4150. Auditing and Assurance.
3-0-3.
Prerequisite: Business Majors:
Sophomore GPA Requirement and ACCT 4100; Nonbusiness Majors: ACCT
4100.
A continuation of audit theory with a focus on specific applications
to financial reporting. Also covers other types of attestation
and assurance services with a focus on the concepts of risk, control,
evidence, and ethics.
ACCT 4200. Advanced Managerial
Accounting. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: Business Majors:
Sophomore GPA Requirement and ACCT 3200; Nonbusiness Majors: ACCT
3200.
A continuation of intermediate managerial accounting theory and
applications.
ACCT 4250. Advanced Taxation.
3-0-3.
Prerequisite: Business Majors:
Sophomore GPA Requirement and ACCT 3200; Nonbusiness Majors: ACCT
3200.
A continuation of income tax concepts, types of taxpayers, decision
making strategies, tax research and planning, professional standards
and ethics, and the relationship and differences between financial
and tax accounting.
ACCT 4300. International Accounting.
3-0-3.
Prerequisite: Business Majors:
Sophomore GPA Requirement and ACCT 3100 and 3200; Nonbusiness
Majors: 60 semester hours including ACCT 3100 and 3200.
Survey of accounting and tax issues in international commerce.
ACCT 4400. Directed Study. 1-3 hours. Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and approval of nstructor, and department chair prior to registration; Nonbusiness Majors: Approval of instructor and department chair prior to registration and ACCT 3200. Special topics of an advanced nature not in the regular course offerings.
ACCT 4490. Special Topics in Accounting.
3-0-3.
Prerequisite: Business Majors:
Sophomore GPA Requirement and approval of instructor and department
chair; Nonbusiness Majors: 60 semester hours and approval of department
chair.
Selected special topics of interest to faculty and students.
ACCT 4500. Accounting Information
Systems. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: Business Majors:
Sophomore GPA Requirement and ACCT 3200; Nonbusiness Majors: ACCT
3200.
A continuation of accounting transaction processing concepts;
internal controls and systems analysis and design.
ACCT 4600. Governmental and Nonprofit
Accounting. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: Business Majors:
Sophomore GPA Requirement and ACCT 3100; Nonbusiness Majors: ACCT
3100.
Study of fund accounting and reporting practices for state/local
governments and other nonprofit organizations.
ACCT 4700. Business Valuation.
3-0-3.
Prerequisite: Business Majors:
Sophomore GPA Requirement and ACCT 3200 and FIN 3100; Nonbusiness
Majors: ACCT 3200 and FIN 3100.
Explores business valuation techniques and their uses.
ANTH 2105. Social Issues: Perspectives
in Anthropology. 2-0-2.
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102 (with
a C or better.)
One of the four disciplinary options (Anthropology 2105, Geography
2105, Psychology 2105, Sociology 2105) that can be taken to satisfy
the Social Issues requirement in the general education curriculum.
A common set of world social issues is critically examined from
one of four social science perspectives. The discipline of anthropology
examines the effects of cultural behavior on contemporary issues
and problems confronting people around the world.
ANTH 3301. Human Origins. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ANTH 2105.
An examination of the biological, behavioral, and cultural evolution
of humans from earliest origins to prehistoric state-level societies.
ANTH 3310. Cultural Diversity
in the U.S. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ANTH 2105 or
SOCI 2105 or SOCI 2201.
The interrelated issues of culture, race, ethnicity, identity,
gender, and social stratification in American society are examined
through a holistic and comparative perspective with an emphasis
on the examination of case studies.
ANTH 3321. Indians of North America.
3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ANTH 2105.
The study of contemporary issues affecting Native American peoples
through a survey of traditional cultures and culture change.
ANTH 4000. Directed Study in Anthropology.
1-3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor
and department chair.
Covers special topics and seminars external to regular course
offerings. May include original research projects and practicum
experiences.
ANTH 4410. Cultural Anthropology:
A Global Perspective. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ANTH 2105 or
SOCI 2105 or SOCI 2201.
The comparative study of human cultures and societies through
use of cross-cultural analysis of human behavior and case studies.
Major foci are comparisons between universal and culturally relative
aspects of human behavior, comparative social organization, cultural
change and adaptation, and contemporary global cultural problems.
ANTH 4421. North American Archaeology.
3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ANTH 2105.
An introduction to archaeological goals, methods, and interpretation
of the prehistory of North America.
ANTH 4900. Special Topics in Anthropology.
3-0-3.
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor
and department chair.
Selected topics of interest to faculty and students.
ART 1100. Two-Dimensional Design
and Digital Imaging. 3-3-3.
Prerequisite: None.
Elements of art and the principles of two-dimensional design,
with emphasis on line, shape, texture, space, value and color
executed through conventional methods and specialized computer
applications.
ART 1107. Arts in Society: Visual
Arts. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 0099 and
READ 0099 if required.
Through an examination of the role of arts in society, and an
in-depth study of visual works of art, this interactive course
provides an understanding of the creative process and develops
skills in creativity and critical analysis. Heightened perceptual
abilities will be developed through class experiences and field
visits to a variety of arts events in dance, music and theater
as well as in visual arts. (Attendance at some events requires
paid admission.)
ART 1150. Drawing I. 3-3-3.
Prerequisite: ART 1100.
Drawing, using a variety of media and techniques, including work
from figure, still-life and landscape. Some drawing with digital
media. For art majors or students seeking an in-depth art study.
ART 1200. Three-Dimensional Design.
3-3-3.
Prerequisite: ART 1150.
Basic problems in three-dimensional design with constructions
and design forms in paper, wood, wire, plastics and clay. Form
and space relationships emphasized. For art majors.
ART 2150. Drawing II. 3-3-3.
Prerequisite: ART 1150.
Pictorial composition with studies in use of line, form, value
and texture, including work from nature, the life model and setups.
ART 2260. Painting and Color Theory.
3-3-3.
Prerequisite: ART 1150.
Painting with various media emphasizing organizational structure,
technical considerations, abstract relationships and basic color
theory.
ART 3000. Professional Practices
and Portfolio Review. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ART 1100, 1150,
1200, 2150, and 2260.
A seminar to assess student direction and professional development
in the visual arts. A portfolio review and faculty critique will
assess student progress, strengths and areas of development. Guest
lectures by professional artists will augment class discussions
and presentations examining current issues, values and protocols
in the visual arts.
ART 3010. Computer Applications
in Art. 1-2-3.
Prerequisite: ART 3000.
The study of computer technology employed by professional artists.
Digital presentation and documentation techniques covered. Limited
work with art production software.
ART 3120. Ceramics I. 3-3-3.
Prerequisite: ART 3000.
Basic processes in ceramics, including pinch pot, coil and slab
method of building, and an introduction to ceramic decoration
with engobes and textures.
ART 3150. Drawing III - Life Drawing.
3-3-3.
Prerequisite: ART 3000.
Intensive study of the human figure; action, structure, volume,
design and expressive potentialities from a variety of models,
using a variety of media. Some portraiture.
ART 3260. Painting II. 3-3-3.
Prerequisite: ART 3000.
Painting with acrylics and/or oils emphasizing organizational
structure, abstract relationships and technical considerations.
ART 3300. Sculpture I. 3-3-3.
Prerequisite: ART 3000.
Introduction to the four basic sculptural processes using wood,
metal, clay, plaster and stone.
ART 3310. Sculpture II. 0-3-3.
Prerequisite: ART 3300.
In-depth exploration of selected sculpture processes, creative
and aesthetic concepts related to the 3 dimensional form.
ART 3360. Ceramics II. 0-3-3.
Prerequisite: ART 3120 and
permission of instructor.
Experiences with hand-built and wheel-thrown methods with emphasis
on form, surface treatment, glazing and firing.
ART 3396. Cooperative Study. 1
- 2.
Prerequisite: Approval of coordinator
of cooperative educational internships (Career Services).
A supervised work experience program for a minimum of two academic
semesters at a site in business, industry or government. For sophomore,
junior or senior level students who wish to obtain successive
on-the-job experience in conjunction with their academic training.
ART 3398. Art Internship. 1 -
9.
Prerequisite: Permission of
department chair.
A supervised, credit-earning work experience of one academic quarter
with a previously approved business firm, private agency or government
agency.
ART 3400. Photography I. 3-3-3.
Prerequisite: ART 3000 (non-art
majors ART 1110).
Basic introduction to developing visual skills and photographic
techniques using black and white film. Emphasis on exposure, development,
print and aesthetics.
ART 3410. Photography II. 0-3-3.
Prerequisite: ART 3400.
A refinement of techniques and visual skills with emphasis on
aesthetics using different types of film and cameras. Includes
an introduction to digital photographic imaging.
ART 3500. Printmaking I. 3-3-3.
Prerequisite: ART 3000 (non-art
majors ART 1110).
Basic printmaking processes including relief (wood block), intaglio
(etching, engraving) and stencil (silk-screen).
ART 3510. Printmaking II. 0-3-3.
Prerequisite: ART 3500.
Advanced exploration of conventional and experimental printmaking
techniques including the relief, intaglio and stencil processes.
ART 3650. Theory and Criticism
of the Visual Arts. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102 and
45 credit hours.
A study of the basic aesthetic theories and critical methods employed
by artists, teachers, critics and art historians. Emphasis on
artistic styles and aesthetic philosophies in historical, cultural
and creative contexts.
ART 3690. Basic Graphic Design
and Computer Applications. 3-3-3.
Prerequisite: ART 3000.
Designed to introduce the tools, techniques and processes for
preparing page layout. Emphasis on planning and implementation.
Course includes the study of digital pre-press and printing techniques
and processes.
ART 3700. Graphic Communications
I. 3-3-3.
Prerequisite: ART 3690.
This course deals with type as an element of design. A brief history
of type with an emphasis on structure, using typography as design
solutions in a wide range of applications.
ART 3710. Graphic Communications
II. 3-3-3.
Prerequisite: ART 3700.
Introduction to basic publication design (letterhead, fliers,
newsletter, direct mail, brochure). Emphasis on one- and two-color
printing. Computer applications.
ART 3720. Electronic Image Manipulation.
3-3-3.
Prerequisite: ART 1150.
Image editing and manipulation; scanning and image file formats
using a variety of applications. Understanding of four-color printing
processes. ART 3710 recommended.
ART 4150. Advanced Study in Drawing.
0-3-3.
Prerequisite: ART 3150.
Selected topics in drawing of an advanced nature which may include
independent student research. Can be taken three times, for three
credit hours each, for a total of 9 credit hours toward the major.
ART 4260. Painting III - Watercolor.
3-3-3.
Prerequisite: ART 3000.
Painting in transparent and opaque watercolor with emphasis on
technical aspects of watercolor painting. Experimental and traditional
approaches will be presented.
ART 4265. Advanced Study in Painting.
0-3-3.
Prerequisite: ART 3260 or ART
4260.
Selected topics in painting of an advanced nature which may include
independent student research. Can be taken three times, for three
credit hours each, for a total of 9 credit hours toward the major.
ART 4310. Advanced Study in Sculpture.
0-3-3.
Prerequisite: ART 3310.
Selected topics in sculpture of an advanced nature which may include
independent student research. Can be taken three times, for three
credit hours each, for a total of 9 credit hours toward the major.
ART 4360. Advanced Study in Ceramics.
0-3-3.
Prerequisite: ART 3360.
Selected topics in ceramics of an advanced nature which may include
independent student research. Can be taken three times, for three
credit hours each, for a total of 9 credit hours toward the major.
ART 4400. Directed Study in Art.
1 - 3.
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor
and department chair.
Selected topics of an advanced nature, which may include original
research projects. Can be used in upper-level course requirements
only twice with no more than 3 hours credit given each time.
ART 4410. Advanced Study in Photography.
0-3-3.
Prerequisite: ART 3410.
Selected topics in photography of an advanced nature which may
include independent student research. Can be taken three times,
for three credit hours each, for a total of 9 credit hours toward
the major.
ART 4490. Special Topics and Art
Seminar. 1 - 3.
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor
and department chair.
Selected special topics and seminars of interest to faculty and
upper-level students interested in art.
ART 4510. Advanced Study in Printmaking.
0-3-3.
Prerequisite: ART 3510.
Selected topics in printmaking of an advanced nature which may
include independent student research. Can be taken three times,
for three credit hours each, for a total of 9 credit hours toward
the major.
ART 4730. Design Strategy and Presentation. 3-3-3. Prerequisite: ART 3720. Using graphic design coupled with computer skills to implement business solutions. Emphasis on strategy, research and presentation skills. ART 4740. Electronic Illustration. 3-3-3. Prerequisite: ART 3000. The integration of painting and drawing skills with computer technology. Illustration based on strong problem solving skills, research, strategy and implementation. Can be taken three times, for three credit hours each, for a total of 9 credit hours toward the major. ART 4750. Advertising and Packaging. 3-3-3. Prerequisite: ART 4740. Focus on problem solving strategies successfully implemented through advertising and packaging directives. Strong emphasis on design, research and computer skills. Advertising campaigns and packaging solutions targeted to community needs.
ART 4760. Advanced Study in Digital
Imaging. 0-3-3.
Prerequisite: ART 4740.
Selected topics in digital imaging of an advanced nature which
may include independent student research. Can be taken three times,
for three credit hours each, for a total of 9 credit hours toward
the major.
ART 4980. Senior Portfolio and
Applied Project. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: Senior status
with a minimum of 18 hours of graphic communication course work
at the 3000 and 4000 level.
Selected topics dealing with graphic design and professional practices,
culminating with a critique of a final design project and portfolio
of work. The work will be evaluated by a panel of practicing graphic
designers. Selected work may be included in the senior exhibition.
Required of all art majors concentrating in graphic communications.
ART 4990. Senior Art Seminar and
Exhibition. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: Senior status
with a minimum of 18 hours in art at the 3000 and 4000 level.
Selected topics dealing with professional artists and exhibition
practices, culminating with the exhibition of participants' work.
ARED 3302. Teaching, Learning
and Development in Visual Arts. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ART 3000.
This course is designed to help students gain an understanding
of the current teaching issues in the field of art education and
understand development and learning in the P-12 art room. Creative,
artistic, and perceptual development will be presented through
an examination of the characteristics of diverse learners and
an emphasis on the physical, psychosocial-emotional, and cognitive
development of P-12 learners.
ARED 3304. Teaching Art History,
Criticism and Aesthetics. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ART 3000.
This course is designed to prepare students to develop strategies
for teaching art history, art criticism, and aesthetics in the
P-12 art classroom. Students will develop materials appropriate
for classroom instruction that stimulate and assess art learning.
In addition, this course meets the required learning for Visual
Arts Quality Core Curriculum of Georgia and National Standards
for Visual Arts.
ARED 3306. Materials, Methods
and Management for Teaching Art (P-12). 3-3-3.
Prerequisite: ARED 3302.
An intensive laboratory experience using the media and materials
for teaching art. Intended for prospective art specialists teaching
grades P through 12. Methods and strategies for teaching various
art media and processes will be covered. Classroom management
strategies are integrated into teaching methods.
ARED 3309. Visual Art for Early
and Middle Grades. 2-0-2.
Prerequisite: 45 credit hours.
Introduction to the basic concepts, materials and skills appropriate
for use with children at various levels of development, with emphasis
on the integration of art experience in classrooms. For education
majors.
ARED 3398. Internship. 1-12 credit
hours.
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor
and department chair.
A supervised, credit-earning work experience of one academic semester
with an approved school, museum or educational organization involved
in the visual arts.
ARED 4400. Directed Study. 1-3
credit hours.
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor
and department.
Selected topics of an advanced nature, which may include original
research projects. The content of the directed study will be determined
jointly by the instructor and the student.
ARED 4410. Curriculum Models and
Assessment in Art. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ARED 3306.
This course is designed to prepare prospective arts teachers to
be able to plan and organize effective art programs and curricula,
to explore innovative and exemplary art programs and materials,
to assess art learning, and to develop a rationale and strategy
for articulating and promoting a quality art education program.
In addition, this course is designed to identify and understand
art instruction which meets the required Visual Arts Quality Core
Curriculum for the state of Georgia.
ARED 4425. Art Instructional Design
and Application (P-12). 2-3-3.
Prerequisite: ARED 3306.
A discipline based course combining curriculum design and instructional
methods with in-depth field experience in the public schools.
Students will both observe and teach in a classroom setting. Campus
seminars will relate the field experiences to current instructional
theory. Proof of liability insurance required prior to receiving
a school placement.
ARED 4470. Student Teaching. 12
credit hours.
Prerequisite: admission to
student teaching.
Full-time teaching experience under the supervision of a public
school supervising teacher and a college supervisor. Proof of
liability insurance required prior to receiving a school placement.
ARED 4490. Special Topics in Art
Education. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor
and department chair.
Selected special topics and seminars of interest to faculty and
upper-level students interested in art education.
ARH 2750. Art Survey. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 1101.
Provides introduction to the forms and functions of art history
by examining selected artistic achievements, including those from
non-western traditions.
ARH 3398. Internship. 1-9.
Prerequisite: Permission of
department chair.
A supervised work experience of one academic semester with a previously
approved gallery, museum, or private government agency.
ARH 3550. Latin American Art.
3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102 and
45 credit hours.
A study of Latin-American art from pre-Columbian times to the
present. ARH 2750 recommended.
ARH 3570. African Art. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102 and
45 credit hours.
A history and survey of African art, from prehistory to the present.
ARH 2750 recommended.
ARH 3800. African American Art.
3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102 and
45 credit hours.
An introduction to African American art designed to explore the
diverse aesthetic expressions of African American artists from
colonial times to the present. Through an examination of aspects
of the religious, social, cultural and creative history of Black
Americans, students will develop an understanding of the wealth
of contributions made by people of African descent to the development
of American art and culture. ARH 2750 recommended.
ARH 3950. History of American
Art. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102 and
45 credit hours of credit.
Study of the art styles and movements in the United States from
colonial times to present. ARH 2750 recommended.
ARH 4400. Directed Study. 1 -
3.
Prerequisite: Permission of
instructor and department chair.
Selected topics of an advanced nature, which may include original
research projects. Can be used in upper-level course requirements
only twice with no more than 3 hours credit given each time.
ARH 4450. Renaissance Art. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102 and
45 credit hours.
A survey of art in Europe from the early 14th century to the mid
16th century. The veneration for classical antiquity and the development
of realistic representation are examined. Besides a chronological
study, the painters, sculptors and architects in Italy and in
Northern Europe are covered. The issues of patronage, artist training
and technology are also addressed. ARH 2750 recommended.
ARH 4490. Special Topics in Art
History. 1 - 3.
Prerequisite: Approval of instructor
and department chair.
Selected special topics and seminars of interest to faculty and
upper-level students interested in art history.
ARH 4550. Baroque Art. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102 and
45 credit hours.
A survey of major movements, artists and themes in the 17th and
18th century western art and architecture. The mutual awareness
and cultural interchange with the traditions of Africa, Asia,
the Americas and Oceania are also emphasized. ARH 2750 recommended.
ARH 4650. 19th Century Art. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102 and
45 credit hours.
Study of major developments and trends in 19th century painting,
sculpture, graphic design and architecture. Review of major aesthetic
theories and non-western art forms that shape 19th century art.
ARH 2750 recommended.
ARH 4850. 20th Century Art. 3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102 and
45 credit hours.
Study of major developments and trends in modern painting, sculpture,
graphic design and architecture since 1900. Review of major aesthetic
theories that shape modern art. ARH 2750 recommended.
ARH 4870. History of Photography.
3-0-3.
Prerequisite: ENGL 1102 and
45 credit hours.
A selective survey of 19th and 20th century photography, primarily
in Europe and America. Emphasis on photography's development as
an artistic medium. Focus on major practitioners of the medium,
and on photography's relationship to historical events, psychology,
sociology and the development of art and architecture. ART 2750
recommended.
ARH 4990. Applied Project in Art
History. 1 - 3.
Prerequisite: Senior status
with a minimum of 19 hours in art history and approval of instructor
and department chair.
Primarily for students concentrating in art history, this capstone
experience is a combined tutorial and/or seminar in which students
research, write and present a senior thesis paper.
ASTR 3320. Astronomy and Cosmology.
3-0-3.
Prerequisite: Any core lab science sequence.
An introduction to stellar Astronomy
and Cosmology. Topics include stellar structure and evolution,
end states of stars such as white dwarfs and black holes, active
galaxies and quasars, the large-scale structure of the universe,
and theories for the origin and evolution of the Universe. This
course will emphasize physical principles and conceptual understanding.
ASTR 3321. Solar System Astronomy.
3-0-3.
Prerequisite: Any core lab
science sequence.
An introduction to Solar System Astronomy. Topics include planetary
motion and its role in the scientific revolution, theories for
the origin of the solar system, the history and evolution of the
Earth, comparative planetology and the origin of life. This course
will emphasize physical principles and conceptual understanding.